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James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
$93
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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270 Government Street, Victoria, BC, V8V 2L2
  • Place, Royal BC Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Harbour
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Victoria, BC (YYJ-Victoria Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(106 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Traditional Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(56 reviews)
  • 360 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 527 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)
  • 275 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1302 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchenette

Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 1100 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites

3-star hotel in James Bay
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services.
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites offers 40 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A computer station is located on site and wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Edwardian hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Complimentary self parking is available on site. Guests can use the health club at a partner property.

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
JBI Cafe - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: CAD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • JBI Cafe

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mini golf

Family friendly

  • Mini golf
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1911
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 10.00 to 30 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

James Bay Inn Hotel
The James Bay Hotel
James Bay Hotel
James Bay & Suites Victoria
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Victoria
James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Hotel Victoria

James Bay Inn Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1287 out of 1759 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 397 out of 1759 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 1759 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1759 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1759 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cant wait to return

The fellow who checked us in was fantastic and very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A safe garage for our bikes She offered us the first floor instead of the 3
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time to stay at the JBI. It’s a charming older property that is located in a quiet neighborhood, but still within walking distance to the harbor and much of Victoria. Our room was fairly small, but very cozy and quiet. Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The property doesn’t have a lot of the amenities that you expect in newer hotels, but we had everything we needed for our brief stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute inn! Amazing property with beautiful old-style yet still quite clean. Staff was super friendly and the restaurant and pub was great too and pretty affordable. Definitely recommend if staying in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great hotel for the money.

Great location, car park was big and spacious. Reception were excellent, really helpful and full of good advice - especially the guy with the exceptional beard! Hotel is a little tired but has lots of original features. The bar is lively and is well used by licals and rhe restaurant did great breakfast options. All the major downtown sights are within 15-20 minutes walk. Excellent value for money. One word of warning, the horse and carriage rides clip clop their way right past the front of the hotel so if you are a light sleeper you might request a room at the back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Freddy, Lompoc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I have stayed at over 25 hotels in Victoria since 1997. The James Bay Inn is my favorite. The staff members are friendly and helpful. The rooms are well-maintained, spotless, and inviting. The Inn is three leisurely blocks from the Inner Harbor. The Inn is located in the leafy green section of the city with tree-lined streets and beautiful flower gardens. It is a quiet and calm location where you can sit and relax and enjoy the scenery. It is quaint, charming, eclectic, and fun. Roy and Hedy personalize your stay with thoughtful comments and insights.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fady, Langley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very old hotel which has kept it's ambience over the years and very well maintained. Rooms are very clean. Walking distance from downtown Victoria and the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Justin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

It was nice.

Overall I have no real complaints. It's not
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful building, great room, professional and friendly service, fantastic location with such character.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

erica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and Charming staff but still remember that this hotel is over 100 years old and not perfect. Don't expect the Best Western. It's electrical system cannot handle things like air conditioning and elevators. The floors might not be level and you can hear through the walls but you are staying in a historical monument. Emily Carr died there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty near the tourist areas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadao

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Hostess and host were very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lissa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a historic hotel in a fantastic city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kayne

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kawshala

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here as a stop over after a late flight in to Victoria. It was convenient. Allowed late check in. Staff were very helpful and welcoming. Airline lost our luggage and the staff helped us with phone calls etc and allowed us to check out slightly later. Rooms were clean. It's an old building but it's looked after well. Lots of character. We didn't have any food there but had a pub which served food. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy character hotel

Cozy old character hotel with comfortable rooms and great amenities with the café and pub right at the hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The charming historical second oldest heritage Inn built in 1911 is wonderful which also has a great pub and restaurant in the basement. Three blocks from The famous Empress Hotel, BC's Capital Legislature, Harbour and so many charming, various restaurants and shops, the perfect tourist destination in BC.
James Bay Inn
BC Legislature at night
Historic Chinatown
My queen bed room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne, Delta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value; very helpful staff; walkable to "tourist attractions" as well as local stores and restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Felt very dated
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025